Andhra Bank Thro Reg.Manager,Visakha vs I.T.-Cum-Labour Court & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the Industrial Tribunal's jurisdiction to adjudicate disputes regarding house rent allowance under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court found that the Andhra Bank's refusal to grant enhanced house rent allowance to its employees in Vishakhapatnam was unjustified, especially in light of similar provisions made by other banks and the State Government. The Court directed the Andhra Bank to pay 20% of the basic pay as house rent allowance to its award staff, aligning with the benefits provided to government employees in the area.